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Face-down pulldown

A isolation exercise for the lats and upper back, with help from the rear delts, lower back. Equipment: no equipment.

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WorksLatsUpper backRear deltsLower back

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How to do it

  1. Setup: Lie face down, arms straight overhead, a little off the floor.
  2. Pull the elbows down to your sides as if doing a pull-up
  3. Reach back overhead

Muscles worked

Face-down pulldown: 3D figure mid-rep with the lats and upper back highlighted

Equipment

None. You can do it anywhere. See more exercises by equipment.

Alternatives

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